Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate is a non-ionic polyglycerol fatty acid ester used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as an emulsifier, co-emulsifier, dispersing agent, stabilizer and skin-conditioning ingredient. It is derived from polyglycerol and isostearic acid, combining a hydrophilic polyglycerol portion with a branched, lipophilic fatty-acid-derived portion.
The ingredient is particularly useful in formulations where stable emulsification, oil-phase compatibility, dispersion and smooth sensory properties are required. Its structure allows it to support the interface between oil and water phases in suitable cosmetic systems.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be evaluated in creams, lotions, facial-care products, body-care products, cleansing formulations, makeup, sunscreen systems and other personal-care products, depending on the selected grade and formulation design.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate is a polyglycerol ester of isostearic acid. The "Polyglyceryl-10" portion represents a polyglycerol component with an average of ten glycerol units, while "Isostearate" refers to the esterified branched-chain fatty-acid component.
Key characteristics include:
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate contains a polyglycerol backbone esterified with isostearic-acid-derived components. The relatively hydrophilic polyglycerol portion and lipophilic isostearate portion provide amphiphilic properties useful in cosmetic formulations.
Compared with straight-chain stearic acid derivatives, isostearic acid contains a branched-chain structure. This can influence the material's physical behavior, oil compatibility and sensory characteristics.
Important characteristics include:
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be used as an emulsifying ingredient in suitable cosmetic systems.
It can help support:
Its emulsifying performance depends on the complete formulation, including oil selection, aqueous phase, co-emulsifiers, concentration and processing conditions.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be combined with other emulsifiers and stabilizers to develop suitable cosmetic emulsion systems.
It may contribute to:
The appropriate emulsifier combination should be determined through formulation development and stability testing.
The ingredient can also support the dispersion of suitable oil-soluble ingredients and particulate materials in cosmetic formulations.
Potential benefits include:
This makes it relevant to selected color cosmetic, sun-care and skincare systems.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be incorporated into suitable skincare formulations.
Potential applications include:
It can contribute to formulation structure, texture, spreadability and sensory properties.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be evaluated in selected sun-care and sunscreen systems where emulsification, dispersion and oil-phase compatibility are important.
Potential applications include:
Its suitability depends on the complete formulation and the type of UV-filter system used.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be used in selected color cosmetic formulations where emulsification and pigment distribution are important.
Potential applications include:
It can support uniform distribution of suitable oil-phase and pigment components.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be evaluated in suitable cleansing formulations.
Potential applications include:
It can contribute to emulsification, texture and sensory properties during formulation development.
In addition to its emulsifying properties, Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can contribute to the sensory and conditioning characteristics of cosmetic formulations.
It may support:
The final sensory profile depends on concentration and the other ingredients used in the formulation.
Important parameters when working with Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate include:
Commercial specifications can vary according to manufacturing process and grade.
Processing conditions should be selected according to the physical form of the material and the formulation system.
Typical considerations include:
Compatibility with oils, waxes, other emulsifiers, surfactants and active cosmetic ingredients should be evaluated before commercial production.
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate is a cosmetic raw material used for emulsification, dispersion, stabilization and skin-conditioning applications.
Manufacturers and formulators can evaluate the material based on:
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate suppliers can provide the ingredient for various cosmetic and personal-care formulation requirements.
Supplier evaluation may include:
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate can be supplied as a cosmetic raw material for:
For bulk procurement, the required grade and technical specification should be clearly defined.
Important procurement parameters include:
Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate is a non-ionic polyglycerol fatty acid ester derived from polyglycerol and isostearic acid. It is used primarily as an emulsifier, co-emulsifier, dispersing agent, stabilizer and skin-conditioning ingredient.
The INCI name is Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate.
The fatty-acid-derived component is isostearic acid, a branched-chain C18 fatty acid.
It is used in suitable cosmetic formulations for emulsification, co-emulsification, dispersion, stabilization, texture support and skin conditioning.
Yes. It can be evaluated in suitable creams, lotions, moisturizers and other emulsion-based cosmetic formulations.
Yes. It can be evaluated in selected sunscreen and sun-care formulations where emulsification or dispersion support is required.
Yes. It can be evaluated in foundations, tinted moisturizers, cream makeup and other suitable color cosmetic systems.
Its water compatibility depends on the grade and formulation system. It is generally incorporated as part of an emulsion or dispersed formulation rather than treated as a simple water-soluble material.
It is a non-ionic polyglycerol fatty acid ester that can function as an emulsifier or co-emulsifier in suitable cosmetic systems.
Commercial materials can contain varying ester distributions and related components depending on manufacturing process and grade. The technical specification of the actual supplied material should therefore be used for quality assessment.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Creamy white to pale yellow |